An autumn online auction dedicated to the master French glass-maker René Lalique is up and running at Christie’s from now until October 30. The sale comprises 73 lots and offers an array of vases – in clear and frosted, opalescent, bold colours and subtle hues – alongside iconic lighting, table wares, perfume bottles and jewellery. Starting bids range from just £700 up to £12,000 and highlights include a vivid amber Archers Vase (starting at £6,000) and an electric blue Poissons Vase (starting at £6,000).
ARCHERS VASE, NO. 893
designed 1921, Courtesy Christie’s Images Ltd., 2014.
POISSONS VASE, NO. 925
designed 1921, electric blue. Courtesy Christie’s Images Ltd., 2014
DANS LA NUIT, WORTH
designed 1924, clear and blue painted. Courtesy Christie’s Images Ltd., 2014
SUZANNE STATUETT E, NO. 833
designed 1925, opalescent, with illuminating patinated bronze base. Courtesy Christie’s Images Ltd., 2014.